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A frame of reference is a set of criteria or values in relation to which measurements or judgments can be made. In various contexts, it refers to the perspective from which an observer measures and interprets physical phenomena. Here are several contexts in which the concept of a frame of reference is commonly used: 1. **Physics**: In physics, a frame of reference is typically a coordinate system or set of coordinates used to measure and analyze the positions and motions of objects.